ACT Lead Nurse-RN (New)
- RN license
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open registered nurse jobs in New Mexico post a median of $50 an hour, the middle half $42.63–$59.45, across 62 jobs that state their pay. Registered nurses employed in New Mexico earn a median of $45.36 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is a FQHC with several locations in Southern New Mexico. For over 40 years, La Clinica has provided services to the residents of Southern New Mexico. Our mission statement definitely speaks to what La Clinica de Familia stands for, which is to empower and enrich families, individuals, and communities by providing quality medical, dental, behavioral health and educational service for people of all cultures
Exempt
up to $73,382.40
Job Summary
The ACT Lead RN provides programmatic support and oversight which includes staff assignments, file compliance, staff support, and medication support. Responsible for ensuring the effective provision of services and for the administrative supervision of the team. Provides services to adult mental health patients. Assists in developing, evaluating, and coordinating treatment plans and recovery services. Will be available to provide support when the ACT TEAM LEAD or DIRECTOR is not available.
Core Competencies
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Ability to handle patient complaints with tact and diplomacy
- Strong working knowledge of health management and service delivery
- Working knowledge of, and experience with, the culture ofLCDF"s patient population
- Strong skills in communication and teambuilding
- Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality
- Basic knowledge of computers including MS Word and use of spreadsheets; and Medical Manager is a plus
- Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
- High degree of organization and attention to detail
- Excellent math skills
- Strong sense of self-initiative and adaptability
- Ability to work in compliance with Nurse Practice Act, State of New Mexico
Job Requirements
- Current New Mexico RN License AND Bachelor's degree and at least one year of full-time behavioral health work experience and one year of supervisory experience.
- And/or Associate's degree and at least six years of full-time behavioral health work experience
- One year of supervisory experience.
Benefits
- Health Insurance - PPO
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(K) with employer matching
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Supplement Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holidays (9)
- Education Reimbursement
- Cafeteria Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Reimbursement
76-70-2834-00
From La Clinica de Familia's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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La Clinica de Familia hires mental health staff, physicians and dental staff in Las Cruces, Anthony and other towns in New Mexico.
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